Parenting Classes

The Parent Resource Center in Modesto offers hope and support to young mothers, new families, and any parent feeling the heavy weight that parenting can sometimes bring. This private, non-profit group features programs that are designed to develop parenting skills and reduce the chance of child abuse.

In-home mentoring is offered and classes are held at the center. Child care is provided for the duration of the classes on-site. Limi...

Expectant parents taking this four week course will learn how to prepare for the labor and delivery of the precious new addition to their family. Birthing techniques will be discussed, as will options for medication and anesthesia during labor. The support person will be taught how to help coach the mother throughout labor and delivery, and both mom and support person will learn breathing and relaxation techniques for use when the g...

This three class series held on Thursday evenings will prepare new fathers for the arrival of what will certainly be both the tougest and most joyous addition to life. Infants are messy, accident-prone whirlwinds of love! Intensive Care Neonatal (ICN) Nurse Rene Masri, a father of three, will help guide dads-to-be through infant behavior, baby care, baby illness, child safety and childproofing techniques.